The Resolution
January is the month of “resolutions”, many of them. People make more resolutions in this month than in all the remaining ones combined…
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The Yielded Vessel
The yielded vessel is a sanctified vessel—cleansed and set apart from sin for God’s purposes. It is the yielded vessel that is a vessel of honor. 2 Timothy 2:21
Even a Fool
Our words reveal much about our thoughts, feelings and ultimately our character.
Spiritual Bankruptcy
The first step to joy is a plea for help, an acknowledgment of moral destitution, an admission of inward paucity.
God Doesn’t Let Go
Many Christians think they’re saved, hope they’re saved, but still they doubt, wondering, “Am I really saved?” Our behavior gives us reason to wonder. We’re strong one day, weak the next. Devoted one hour, flagging…
Questions for 2025
A general question someone asked me years ago has stuck with me: “If I keep doing what I’m doing now, will I be where I want to in one year, five years or ten…
Our Heart and our Treasure
As we allow Jesus to minister His cleansing and healing, God transforms our thoughts, emotions, desires, and actions, aligning our treasure with our heart.
Redefining Success
Dr. Ed Becker's journey from self-reliance to faith in Jesus redefines success. Discover how a life transformed by Christ brings new meaning and purpose.
A New Year’s Resolution
Content – How’s it working out for you? Has it been a tough year? Have you struggled? I have.
When You Open the Door
"One morning I wanted to feed the birds," "It was gray and cold, and the ground was covered with snow.
On Whom Will You Rely in the Coming Year?
In the coming year, just who or what are you going to rely on for leading and advice? Who will you serve? Where will you place your trust? What do you consider to be…
The Joy of the Lord is My Christmas
We sometimes say Christmas is a Holy Day, but personally I forget that too often amidst the tinsel, TV, toys and boys. I forget that genuine joy comes from celebrating Emmanuel
God’s Gifts
We are told that there are things that accompany salvation (Hebrews 6:9). The things that accompany salvation are probably innumerable. Here are but a few.
The Earth Filled with His Glory
What a prospect – this earth, now under the power of the evil one, renewed and filled with the glory of God.
God is Holding Out on Me
God is holding out on me. I don’t think many of us would say it this way, but I think that this is the attitude of our heart sometimes.
Gift Exchange
Christmas Devotional about Jesus Exchanging his Life for Ours. Ephesians 3. The true gift exchange is what Christmas is all about.
People Pleasing – Falling Short of Expectations
A few years ago, in frustration, I finally gave up trying to please my father. Being a people pleaser is, in itself, doomed to failure, anyway.
The Christmas Test
God becoming human is the true message of Christmas. It is a cataclysmic event - a pivotal moment in the history of planet earth.
Christmas Abundance
I will never forget my first Christmas as a follower of Christ. I was thousands of miles from home, grieving my mother’s passing, battling my addictions, flat broke, and almost out of hope.
Refined by Fire
God is always at work in our lives. Even during seasons of adversity, He wants to accomplish something powerful and good. How should this knowledge affect our response?
Everyone Should Think about Divorce
“If I had known the impact our divorce would have on our lives and the lives of our children, extended family and friends I would have worked harder
The Gospel According To You
Some readers have wondered why I would quote the likes of Woody Allen and Rabbi Kushner, or make mention of Jimmy Buffet.
Are You a Branded Person?
Don’t accept the brands people place on you. Instead, live for God’s glory and be amazed by what Jesus will do in and through you!